Kyoto ChandelierSoho HomeInspired, unsurprisingly, by Japanese design, this linen light is held by thin wires to give the impression of floating in mid-air. It’s a rather beautiful piece that will work in both minimal design schemes as well as maximalist, where it will bring a much needed simple full stop to all the pattern and colour. An investment, but one that you will most likely love forever.
Nuru Adapt 1 Pendant LightHouse of FloraThe idea of bespoke furniture is out of reach for many, but that doesn't mean we don't want to buy something individual for our own homes. House of Flora has developed a range of lights allowing you to choose the colour, style and components of your pendant light to suit your decor, from either black, gold or silver. Perfect for those who can't find what they want but don't want to spend hours agonising over patterns and colours.
Large Frosted Bubble ChandelierDowsing & ReynoldsThere’s something joyous about bubbles – and this lamp, which comes in various sizes, also has various hanging options, a choice of fabric cables, bulb holders and hooks, so you can make it work, whatever your space. It’s also that rare thing - a pendant light that works close to the ceiling so it’s good for modern houses where room height tends to be lower.
Ero Yellow Velvet & Tassel Drum Pendant LampshadeOliver BonasThis was controversial when I featured it on the Mad About The House blog a while back but it’s still a great light for a bedroom. Fringing is hugely fashionable atm and this soft yellow (there are other colours) is a good strong choice for both dark and light bedrooms. Tip: if your pendant light hangs pointlessly over the end of the bed, then extend the flex and move it to where it will be more useful by draping it down from a cup hook in the ceiling.
melvillous chandelierpookyThere’s a lot going on with this large brass and glass deco-esque pendant. But on the basis that a light needs to look as good off as on, this is a great investment for a sitting room where its job maybe more sculptural than practical. Think of a pendant light as the earrings on an outfit and decide if the dress (sofa/room) needs dressing up or dressing down.
Bellucci Fish Light Dowsing & ReynoldsThis’ll be a controversial choice for sure, but I think it’s utterly fabulous. It would be great in the dining room, if you have such a thing these days, but would also elevate the eating end of the kitchen and make a statement in a hall. Made in Italy, the brass fish measures 36cm and the light comes with a 2m long black fabric cable and ceiling rose. You can choose if you want to add this frosted bulb or source your own.
larger spangle domed pendantpookyThis is made from neatly coiled strands of brass wire which will focus on the object below (always consider what your pendant is shining directly on to – make sure it’s more than just a bare patch of floor) as well as allowing slivers of light to escape round the sides. For bigger impact, you could buy the smaller version as well, and hang it adjacent but slightly higher.
FLY Pendant LightHeal'sA design classic by Kartell, this light comes in several colours and works well inboth kids' rooms and kitchens. I’d probably have the transparent version with an interesting bulb, but you might be more exciting than me.
Ribbon LED Ceiling PendantHeal'sA proper sculptural light that will look amazing over the dining table. And with luck the fixings will become almost invisible when it’s switched on, giving the impression that it really is floating in the room. It’s exclusive to Heal's, too.
Ridotti matt black raffia pendantLights & LampsIf you've chosen to have pendants over the table rather than the island, this minimal raffia design is perfect and won’t clutter the space. The open shade means it gives good illumination, too. Add either a frosted or a clear glass bulb.
